What's the difference between a Navy pilot and an Air Force pilot?

The main difference between USAF and Navy pilots is the aircraft type and size. While both fly fighters, Navy pilots use smaller aircraft for use on aircraft carriers. USAF pilots also fly cargo and test aircraft.

Does Navy have more pilots than the Air Force?

Currently, the Air Force has 12,243 pilots on active duty, while the Navy maintains a force of 7,000 active duty pilots. There is currently a shortage of qualified pilots in both branches.

Which military branch is the easiest to become a pilot?

Requirements to become a pilot in the USAF and Navy are similar, and training takes a little less than two years to complete in both branches.

How often do USAF pilots fly?

Actual flight hours vary by rank, resources, and additional duties, but current numbers state that USAF pilots average 17.8 hours a month, with 20 hours considered optimal.

What is a fighter pilot salary?

Fighter pilots in the Navy and USAF are paid according to rank and time in service. A 10-year captain makes $7,340 base pay a month. They also receive monthly aviation pay and other allowances as well as retention bonuses.

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What’s the difference between Navy pilots vs. Air Force pilots?

Is one better than the other?

While there are overall some subtle differences, the truth is that both Navy pilots and Air Force pilots are highly respected and equally skilled.… Click Here To Read the rest

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